Great Neck Health Food Inc.
PASSMonday, November 28, 2016 at 2:35 PM
Violations Cited
20-4-703.11
Food Contact Surfaces Clean
Provide proper method of sanitization of all reusable storage containers. No detergent sanitizer for 2 bay sink.
Why This Matters
INVISIBLE KILLERS: Bacteria survive on 'clean-looking' surfaces for days. Inadequate sanitization caused Salmonella outbreak affecting 1,500 people via ice cream. Cutting boards can harbor 200 times more fecal bacteria than toilet seats. E. coli survives 1-4 hours on surfaces. Norovirus survives 2 weeks. One contaminated slicer infected 300 people with Listeria.
Code Requirements
SANITIZATION MANDATORY: Chemical sanitizers: Chlorine 50-100 ppm, Quaternary Ammonium 200-400 ppm, Iodine 12.5-25 ppm; Hot water: 171°F for 30 seconds by immersion; Contact time: minimum 7-30 seconds depending on sanitizer; Test concentration EVERY 2 hours; Change solution when visibly soiled; ALL food contact surfaces must be sanitized: After each use with different foods; When switching raw to ready-to-eat; Every 4 hours in continuous use.
Corrective Actions
IMMEDIATE: Set up proper sanitizer at ALL stations; Test and adjust concentration NOW; Re-sanitize ALL food contact surfaces; Obtain test strips immediately; Post sanitizer concentration chart; Train staff on test strip use; Create sanitization log; Change solutions every 2 hours minimum
31-5-203.11
Number Convenient
No hand sink in ware washing area No bathroom Facilities on premises: 5-203.12 Toilets and Urinals* At least 1 toilet and not fewer than the toilets re-quired by law shall be provided.
Why This Matters
This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
M-2-101.11
Person in charge Assigned
590.003: Management and Personnel - federal 1999 Food Code Chapter 2 (A) FC 2-101.11 Assignment*. The first paragraph in FC 2-101.11 is stricken and replaced by the following: (1) The permit holder shall be the person in charge or shall designate a person in charge and shall ensure that a person in charge is present at the food establishment during all hours of the operation. The owner or person(s) in charge shall designate an alternate person to be in charge at all times when they cannot be present. The alternate when acting as the person in charge shall be responsible for all duties specified in FC 2-103.11 and must be adequately trained by the person in charge to ensure that the establishment operates in compliance with 105 CMR 590.000.
Why This Matters
This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper management & personnel procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
22-4-601/602.11
Food Contact Surfaces Clean
Provide proper method of cleaning of all reusable storage containers. No detergent/sanitizer for 2 bay sink.
Why This Matters
BIOFILM FORMATION: Visible soil indicates biofilms - communities of bacteria protected by slime layers that resist sanitizers. Biofilms on slicers have caused Listeria outbreaks killing 30% of victims. Meat slicer contamination sickened 300 across 6 states. Grease harbors Listeria which grows at refrigeration temperatures.
Code Requirements
Food contact surfaces must be: Visibly clean with no food debris; Free of grease accumulation; Smooth and cleanable; Cleaned and sanitized after each use; Cleaned every 4 hours if in continuous use; Equipment must be disassembled for cleaning when necessary.
Corrective Actions
Clean and sanitize ALL equipment immediately; Disassemble equipment for thorough cleaning; Establish cleaning schedule with assigned responsibilities; Use cleaning checklist; Train on proper disassembly; Increase cleaning frequency
17-4-302.14
Test Kit Provided
No test kit for sanitizing solution.
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
32-6-301.11-02.11
Hand Cleaner Drying Tissue Signage
No hand cleaner drying device or employee hand wash signage. 6-302 Toilets and Urinals 6-302.10 Minimum Number Toilets and urinals shall be provided as specified under § 5-203.12. 6-302.11 Toilet Tissue Availability A supply of toilet tissue shall be available at each toilet. 6-402.11 Convenience and Accessibility Toilet rooms shall be conveniently located and accessible to employees during all hours of op-eration.
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.